Cost of Living in Carthage, TN

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9%
Overall NAT. AVG.
0%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
26%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Carthage Tennessee National
Cost of living9192100
Groceries10098100
Health care9897100
Housing7480100
Transportation9697100
Utilities9798100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9997100
Household Items9998100
Education & Childcare9997100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Carthage is 1% lower than the Tennessee average
  • The cost of living in Carthage is 9% lower than the national average
  • Carthage housing is 26% lower than the national average
  • Tennessee general sales tax is 37% higher than the national average
  • Tennessee state income tax is 100% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$81,937$6,828$1,912$2,458
      Renters$35,357$2,946$825$1,061

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      Tennessee 7% 9.75%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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